2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Rainier | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 402 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |